Under the surface: a tale of fishing, friendship, and forgiveness
A fishing trip between childhood friends becomes an unexpected lesson in mending relationships, navigating life’s messes, and showing up when it matters most.
Self-Knowledge
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Tuning into love: the power of listening
True connection happens when we stop trying to win and start truly listening, revealing the power of being heard over simply getting the last word.
A Summer of Murder, Meetings, and Unexpected Life Lessons
During a summer at a hometown paper, I covered more than murder and budgets—I learned how gossip can weigh you down and why kindness lightens the load.
Masterpieces in motion: how Toledo’s Fernando opened our eyes
Journey to Toledo, Spain, where an art guide named Fernando teaches more than just about paintings. Discover the power of seeing the world—and its people—as irreplaceable masterpieces.
The Parable of Puzzle Makers
Enjoy the parable of Luna's puzzle shop, where each piece uniquely mirrors life's choices, crafting a tale of community and self-discovery.
Langston Hughes: your in-flight guide to dreaming
Discover the profound wisdom of Langston Hughes as he reminds us to embrace dreams, likening a life without them to a bird that cannot fly. Inspiration takes flight!
Shelley’s run: mile one to marathon magic
Dive into Shelley's transformative journey from a breathless mile to marathon glory. A tale of belief, persistence, and rainy-day triumphs.
The singular art of being you: a whistle in the dark
Unravel the art of embracing quirks through the lens of "Whistling in the Dark" lyrics. Discover why being authentically you is your most powerful act.
Music is complimenting
“As a guitar player… my role is to be present with love and not step on his vocals.…
When little hands echo life’s biggest emotions
There’s a quote by Mitch Albom from ‘Finding Chicka’ that I stumbled upon not in the pages of…